This October, TEMPLESPA will again be making a difference with our no 1 best-selling product REPOSE, also aptly known as our ‘product with purpose’. We use this award-winning relaxing night cream to raise money for very deserving causes and charities. TEMPLESPA is a science-led skincare brand with wellness firmly at its heart and we’re proud to wear that heart on our sleeves. Over the last 10 years, TEMPLESPA have raised over £1.7million for various charities. This year, the chosen charity is Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland. 

Through our partnership, we are hoping to raise more than £100,000 to provide help and hope to everyone affected by dementia, with £6 from every sale of REPOSE during October donated to the charity. We will do this by working closely with SPATOGO consultants to give them knowledge of dementia and the devastation it causes families and individuals, and how their support will make a difference.

So what is dementia?

The word 'dementia' describes a set of symptoms. It’s caused by different diseases that damage the brain. Dementia is progressive, which means symptoms may be relatively mild at first, but they get worse over time. 

What is important to remember is that dementia is not a natural part of aging. It is caused when a disease damages nerve cells in the brain. Nerve cells carry messages between different parts of the brain, and to other parts of the body. As more nerve cells are damaged, the brain becomes less able to work properly. 

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, followed by vascular dementia. For most people, the first signs of Alzheimer’s are problems with their memory, thinking, language or perception, but each person experiences dementia in their own individual way. Different types of dementia also tend to affect people differently, especially in the early stages. 

However, there are some common early signs and symptoms of dementia. These include:

• memory loss – for example, problems recalling things that happened recently
• difficulty concentrating, planning or organising – for example, struggling to make decisions or follow a series of steps (such as cooking a meal)
• problems with language and communication – for example, difficulties following a conversation
• misunderstanding what is being seen – for example, problems judging distances (such as on stairs) or perceiving the edges of objects
• being confused about time or place – for example, losing track of the time or date
• mood changes or difficulty controlling emotions – for example, becoming unusually anxious, irritable, sad or frightened, losing interest in things and personality changes.

It is very important for anyone who has regular problems with their memory or thinking to be assessed by a health professional. If these problems are because of dementia, getting an early diagnosis has many benefits. It gives the person an explanation for their symptoms, gives them access to treatment, advice and support, and allows them to plan for the future. 

So what does Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland do?

In a nutshell, they offer help and hope to anyone affected by dementia.

Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer, and unfortunately 1 in 3 of us born today will develop dementia in their lifetime. For far too long, people with dementia have had to struggle through their condition, without meaningful treatment or adequate support.

They campaign for a better and brighter future for all – one where dementia is a priority for local and national governments. Whether this is overhauling the social care system to make it fairer and easier to access, or lobbying for the systemic changes that will improve diagnosis experiences, they are tackling the major issues that people with dementia face.

They invest in groundbreaking research, to find better ways of diagnosing, treating, and caring for people with dementia. Research will beat dementia. But we need to increase momentum to give people with different types of dementia the treatment options that will end the devastation caused by this condition.

Alongside this vital research work, they are here for everyone affected by dementia. They are the people at the end of the phone, in your local community, the friendly face with the expert knowledge. They’re always online, with a wealth of information and guidance that can make coping with dementia a little bit easier. 

And how will our fundraising help this year?

The money raised through this campaign will be spent on the most vital research projects and support services. Browse the best-selling REPOSE Relaxing Night Cream and show your support for this campaign!

A revolution in dementia diagnosis is much-needed and long overdue. Despite the hopeful news about new Alzheimer’s drugs coming down the line, if they were available on the NHS today just 2% of people would get an early or accurate enough diagnosis to be able to benefit from them. As well as new treatments, a diagnosis unlocks the door to post-diagnostic care and support. And allows people to start to come to terms with a new future. 

The money raised will also be funding frontline services, supporting people locally in communities across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland every day.
We really are so grateful for your support this October. When we work together like this, we know that through research there will come a day where no one has to face dementia, but until then, we can make sure that everyone has access to the right support at the right time.

And finally, if you’d like to reach out to Alzheimer’s Society or Alzheimer Scotland for dementia support, please go to alzheimers.org.uk or call their dementia support line on 0333 150 3456 or alzscot.org and call their dementia helpline on 0808 808 3000.

‘£6 from the purchase of each promotional 2-for-1 Repose product offer during the period 01 October 2024 to 31 October 2024 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will go to Alzheimer’s Society (Charity Number 296645)’
‘£6 from the purchase of each promotional 2-for-1 Repose product offer during the period 01 October 2024 to 31 October 2024 in Scotland will go to Alzheimer Scotland (Charity Number SC022315)’